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TP-Link Tapo C260
TP-Link · Cameras · Model Tapo C260
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- TP-Link Tapo C260 lists microSD card slot; RTSP; Wired.
- Check supported capacity, card inclusion and which recording or storage modes use the card.
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- Recorded year
- 2025
- Recorded warranty
- ?
- Dimensions
- 74.59 x 88.74 x 118.87 mm
- Weight
- 7.4oz
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TP-Link Tapo C260: Capabilities And Limitations
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What it offers
A microSD card slot is listed, providing an on-device storage option to investigate. Check supported capacity, card inclusion and which recording or storage modes use the card.
View microSD card slot details →RTSP support is listed, relevant when checking a compatible video-streaming or recording workflow. Verify firmware, stream settings and recorder compatibility; RTSP alone does not confirm every recording feature.
View RTSP details →Continuous video history is listed, relevant when event clips alone would leave gaps in the intended recording plan. Verify the power mode, storage destination and plan needed for continuous recording.
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What to consider
Apple Home support is listed as unavailable; do not assume the device appears directly in Apple Home.
View Apple Home details →Matter-bridge functionality is listed as unavailable.
View Matter bridge details →Thread border-router functionality is listed as unavailable; a Thread setup may need a separate border router.
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Questions About TP-Link Tapo C260
Does TP-Link Tapo C260 have a microSD card slot?
Yes, according to the listed specifications. Check supported capacity, card inclusion and which recording or storage modes use the card.
View microSD card slot specifications →Does TP-Link Tapo C260 support RTSP?
Yes, according to the listed specifications. Verify firmware, stream settings and recorder compatibility; RTSP alone does not confirm every recording feature.
View RTSP specifications →Is wired power recorded for TP-Link Tapo C260?
Yes, according to the listed specifications. Check voltage, power supply and installation requirements. Wired power does not establish wired network connectivity.
View Wired specifications →Does TP-Link Tapo C260 support continuous video history?
Yes, according to the listed specifications. Verify the power mode, storage destination and plan needed for continuous recording.
View 24 7 Video History specifications →What is the field of view of TP-Link Tapo C260?
Field Of View: 91.5° Horizontal / 46.1° Vertical / 109.6° Diagonal. Check whether the angle is diagonal, horizontal or vertical before comparing coverage.
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TP-Link Tapo C260 Specifications
Recorded catalog values. Expand notes for qualifications; unknown values are not treated as missing features.
0 of 54 fields matched to manufacturer documentation. Source checks apply only to the named model and stated scope. Other fields remain catalog data. How we verify specifications →
Storage3 fields
| Internal Storage | No |
|---|---|
| microSD card slot | Yes |
| Cloud | Subscription required |
Video15 fields
| Hd Video | Yes |
|---|---|
| 2k Video | Yes |
| 4k Video | Yes |
| Hdr | No |
| Black White Night Vision | Yes |
| Color Night Vision | Yes |
| 24 7 Live Streaming | Yes |
| 24 7 Video History | Yes |
| Video Event History | Yes |
| Offline Video Event History | Yes |
| Powerless Video Event History | No |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Field Of View | 91.5° Horizontal / 46.1° Vertical / 109.6° Diagonal |
| Pan Tilt | 360° Pan / 116° Tilt |
| RTSP | Yes |
Power5 fields
| Wired | Yes |
|---|---|
| Power over Ethernet | No |
| Rechargeable Battery | No |
| Battery Life | Not applicable / unspecified |
| Solar Charging | No |
Alerts10 fields
| Motion | Yes |
|---|---|
| People | Yes |
| Animals | Yes |
| Vehicles | Yes |
| Familiar Faces | Yes |
| Packages | No |
| Glass Breaking Sound | Yes |
| Baby Crying Sound | Yes |
| Smoke Alarm Sound | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Alarm Sound | No |
Connectivity4 fields
| 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi | Yes |
|---|---|
| 5 GHz Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Ethernet | No |
| 4g | No |
Features7 fields
| Light | Yes |
|---|---|
| Gps | No |
| Talk Listen | Yes |
| Customizable Motion Zones | Yes |
| Privacy Zone | Yes |
| Siren | Yes |
| Gestures Recognition | No |
Hub3 fields
| Zigbee coordinator | No |
|---|---|
| Thread border router | No |
| Matter bridge | No |
Included Accessories1 fields
| Micro Sdcard | No |
|---|
Integrations6 fields
| Google Home | Yes |
|---|---|
| Alexa | Yes |
| Apple Home | No |
| SmartThings | Yes |
| Home Assistant | Upcoming OTA updateDetails & conditionsReachable today over RTSP and ONVIF; the Matter path arrives with the same firmware update |
| Matter | Upcoming OTA updateDetails & conditionsCertified under Matter 1.5.1 in June 2026, but TP-Link has not released the camera firmware that enables it |
How this device compares
TP-Link Tapo C260 vs Other Similar Models
Statistical context from 120 cameras in this catalog. These figures describe our recorded data, not independent measurements.
Recorded feature coverage
4k Video: 28 of 120 known answers are Yes
Video: 23% among explicit Yes/No answers; 0 of 120 devices have no resolved answer. Check the specifications for this model’s conditions.
Recorded feature coverage
5 GHz Wi-Fi: 36 of 119 known answers are Yes
Connectivity: 30% among explicit Yes/No answers; 1 of 120 devices have no resolved answer. Check the specifications for this model’s conditions.
Recorded feature coverage
SmartThings: 44 of 120 known answers are Yes
Integrations: 37% among explicit Yes/No answers; 0 of 120 devices have no resolved answer. Check the specifications for this model’s conditions.
Brand representation in this directory
17 of 120 models are from TP-Link
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